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Master of Human Resource Management

Is It For You?

A Master of Human Resource Management will position you as a leader in the field and provide you with credentials that show you have the distinct HR competencies companies are looking for. You will be able to assess and respond to your company's business goals to ensure that your most valuable asset — your people — are empowered, capable and effective.

The ability to manage people for the betterment of themselves and for the organisation is fundamental to all business activity, where efficiency and effectiveness affect overall performance. The Master of Human Resource Management program empowers you with the skills to implant your acquired knowledge into the body of an organisation and leverage the best performance from the workforce. If you’re looking to drive your human resource management (HRM), employment relations (ER) or consultancy career into the best realms, enrolling in this Masters program is just what you’re looking for.

Join a program that is designed to meet your diverse needs through:

A research-led curriculum, delivered by a highly qualified, award-winning teaching faculty, willing to leverage their strong relationships with state and federal government for the benefit of their students’ experiences; supported by the Professor of Employment Studies.

Strong engagement with the human resources sector, driven by an active Industry Advisory Committee made up of representatives from business, unions, the public sector and government;

The use of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and other active learning techniques to build collaborative, research, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and developing students’ confidence and competence;

Practical, ‘real-world’ exercises and assessments, drawn from a range of sectors, industries and countries, to better prepare graduates for their future workplaces here and abroad.

The Master of Human Resource Management is one of the few programs that recognises relevant professional experience and may result in credit being granted for up to four courses. This means you could complete your Masters in 8 courses! To learn more about what your professional experience can provide you with, please visit the Professional Credit section.

Domestic students & International off-shore students

The 12-course program can be completed over 3 trimesters full-time (1 year) or a maximum of 5 years part-time. Depending upon your professional experience you could reduce the amount of courses you study and the time taken to complete your masters.

International on-shore students

Typically the full 12 course program will be completed over 5 trimesters full-time (approximately 1 year 7 months).

Fast-track your degree

Reduce your study by up to a third with professional credit

Online or On-Campus

Study at a time and place that suits you

Study at your own pace

Study full-time or part-time at your own pace

AACSB ACCREDITED

The University of Newcastle's Business School (NBS) has received AACSB Accreditation, earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs

Top 150

The University of Newcastle is Top 150 in the world for business and economics.

Domestic Student Program and Fee Summary

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Note: This Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective student’s responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

Important Dates

Applications close

Sunday, 6th May 2018

Program starts

Monday, 21st May 2018

Program Intake

Trimester 1

Trimester 2

Trimester 3

Location

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Note: 1 course is equal to 10 units of study.

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International Student Program and Fee Summary

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Note: This Program and Fee Summary is intended to provide an overview of the Program Requirements. It is the prospective student’s responsibility to investigate the Program and Enrolment Terms and Conditions carefully prior to applying.

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Interested in this program?

Domestic Applications Close

Sunday, 6th May 2018

Overview

There is a world of flexible learning options available to you as you embark on your career-boosting Master of Human Resource Management program – choose from online, face-to-face or a combination of both. Blend learning and intensively taught course formats to support your flexible learning pathway.

In the 12-course program you will complete 8 core courses covering the core topics of human resource management and employment relations practice. The University of Newcastle prepares our Master of Human Resource Management graduates with strong business analysis and managerial decision-making skills in addressing HRM and ER issues. Complement this with your own selected pair of directed courses. Read more about the directed courses in the Courses and Details section.

The curriculum is uniquely balanced to provide practical components with sound theory and participant-focused learning approaches. You will have the opportunity to develop a skill set that is relevant to Australian and global workplaces, positioning you with a range of career options for your next career move.

What You Will Learn

You will develop a deep knowledge of people management skills and concepts and guiding principles for strategically managing your workforce while you build the skills to manage workplace challenges and mitigate conflict.

The program has been devised to focus on your advanced learning in the core knowledge and practice areas of human resource management, such as :

Human Resource Management and Strategy

Human Resource and Organisation Development

Managing People in International Contexts

Employment Relations

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

Career Opportunities

Once having completed the Master of Human Resource Management at the University of Newcastle, you will be set apart from your contemporaries through your problem-solving ability. You will be able to apply relevant, rigorous HRM and ER theory to a variety of workforce situations. You will develop and implement evidence-based strategies to address individual, group and organisational challenges. Enjoy your reaffirmed confidence in your ability to apply the principles of HRM and ER, and be able to deal with conflict constructively. Make your strategic workforce contribution and succeed in the organisation in which you work.

Our graduates have gone on to work successfully in local, national and multinational organisations; in Australia, China, the Philippines, Botswana, Saudi Arabia, France, Germany and elsewhere; as HR or ER managers, consultants, policy-makers, and employee or employee representatives; and in sectors including mining, local and national government, banking/insurance, professional services, education, and manufacturing.

If you have not worked in HRM or ER before, this degree will provide a springboard for appointment to roles such as:

Human Resources Officer or Adviser

Union official or Employer Organisation Advisor

Change Management Consultant

Graduate Recruitment Consultant

Human Resources Manager

If you have experience in the world of HRM or ER then this degree will prepare you to lead in roles such as:

Human Resources Manager for a large organisation

Organisation Development or Effectiveness Manager

Employment Relations (ER) or Industrial Relations Manager

Senior Consultant in an HR-related business

Human Resources Director

Senior Union official or Senior Employer Organisation Advisor

Policy Advisor to government.

Surveys on our postgraduate programs have found that overall student satisfaction with the on-campus MHRM Program was 92% in 2013, and 94% in 2015.

Professional Credit

Your qualifications and experience matter to us.

Do you have qualifications or experience beyond the minimum entry requirements for a Masters Degree? If so, you may be able to complete your degree in reduced time and at reduced cost.

We will consider your relevant professional knowledge and work history through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which could result in credit granted for up to four courses. Meaning you could complete your studies faster and graduate sooner.

RPL may be granted to you when you demonstrate competencies aligned to selected courses. You can do this as part of your application by providing a statement and supporting documentation outlining relevant business or organisational experience.

If you would like your professional qualifications and/or work experience to be considered, please provide certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a detailed CV, and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming your role, duties and period of employment when applying.

I have an Honours degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma

My qualification is in the same discipline. (eg. HRM, industrial relations, organisational psychology)

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Get Started

The application process is designed to be easy. Most of your application can be processed online, and for the rest, we are here to assist you to get yourself enrolled and ready to build yourself up to the next level as seamlessly as possible. Below is an overview of what is required and what should be uploaded as part of your application.

Admission to the Master of Human Resource Management program is available to applicants who can demonstrate a suitable combination or education and/or work experience. The table below outlines the number of years experience required, depending on your previous educational qualifications.

If you have any questions, or want to discuss prior learning, the best thing to do is give us a call or email.

Educational Qualification

Number of years relevant industry experience

3 Year Bachelors (in a related field of study)

Zero

3 Year Bachelors (in a non-related field of study)

One

No previous educational qualifications

Seven (including 2 in a management position)

Don’t have the required entry criteria for the Master of Human Resource Management? You may be eligible for admission into the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management. The Graduate Certificate is 4 courses and is a pathway into the Master. Once you have completed the Graduate Certificate you can apply for the Master of Human Resource Management and seek credit for the 4 courses you have already completed.

For information regarding the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management, please visit the program page.

If you would like your professional qualifications and/or work experience to be considered, please provide certified copies of all relevant qualifications, a detailed CV, and a statement of service or signed letters from employers confirming your role, duties and period of employment.

Applicants should also provide a statement detailing how your professional experience prepares you to undertake postgraduate study.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications for recognition of prior learning based on experience and professional development will be assessed by the program convenor. The information outlined above is indicative only.

If you do not have a University of Newcastle Student Identification number, or wish to include details of studies completed at another institution, you may also be required to submit the following:

Identification Documents

If you do not already have a University of Newcastle Student Number, you must provide 100 points of ID. You must supply either a copy of your passport, birth certificate or you citizenship certificate as part of your 100 points.

70 Points

Passport

Birth Certificate (not extract)

Citizenship Certificate

40 Points

Current Australian Drivers Licence

Student Identification card issued by an educational institution

Pension or Government Health Care Card or Public Service ID Card

Government Issued Licence (eg boat, pilot)

University staff photo identification card

35 Points

Letter from a current employer * Must be on official company letterhead and contain both the employer and employee’s signatures and the name and address of the employee

Citizenship and Visa Details

Applicants who were born overseas and are now residing in Australia will need to provide details of their citizenship, residency and visa details.

If you were born overseas and have gained Australian citizenship, you will need to provide a certified copy of your Australian passport or citizenship certificate.

If you were born overseas and currently hold an Australian visa, you need to confirm your details of your visa type/class, and provide a copy of your visa. Depending on how your visa was issued, you may provide a copy of the page from your passport showing the visa stamp, or a copy of the Department of Immigration confirmation of your electronic visa. If you do not have access to either of these documents, please include a copy of your passport.

Applicants who were born overseas and are now residing in Australia will need to provide details of their citizenship, residency and visa details.

If you were born overseas and have gained Australian citizenship, you will need to provide a certified copy of your Australian passport or citizenship certificate.

If you were born overseas and currently hold an Australian visa, you need to confirm your details of your visa type/class, and provide a copy of your visa. Depending on how your visa was issued, you may provide a copy of the page from your passport showing the visa stamp, or a copy of the Department of Immigration confirmation of your electronic visa. If you do not have access to either of these documents, please include a copy of your passport.

Educational Qualifications

If you are applying for admission on the basis of studies completed at an institution other than the University of Newcastle, you will need to provide certified copies of official transcripts.

For each qualification that you list on your application, you must provide a certified copy of your transcript.

Overseas educational qualifications will be assessed for equivalence according to standards provided by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition.

Evidence of English Proficiency

All applicants, whether domestic or international, for admission to any University of Newcastle program must provide evidence that their English language ability meets the minimum requirements for admission. Applicants should review the University of Newcastle English Proficiency Policy.

Typically, applicants will provide certified copies of one of the following documents:

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) results.

Evidence of previous studies undertaken overseas in an English Speaking country

Evidence of previous studies undertaken in English in a non-English speaking country, and confirmation from institution that studies were conducted and examined solely in the English language.

If you are not able to provide these documents, please provide details of any employment undertaken in an English speaking environment. Your application will be reviewed and we contact you regarding your options for demonstrating English proficiency.

Description

The Master of Human Resource Management is a 120 unit coursework masters program. The program prepares graduates with strong business analysis and managerial decision-making skills in addressing HRM and ER issues. The curriculum is uniquely balanced to provide practical components with sound theory and participant-focused learning approaches. Students have the opportunity to develop a skill set that is relevant to Australian and global workplaces, positioning them with a range of career options for their next career move. This program is designed for students with little or no background in the discipline or those wishing to upgrade their existing knowledge in the field.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements into the Master of Human Resource Management is via two pathways.

Direct entry into the Masters Program (120 units) will be available for applicants who have:

4 year Bachelors (Honours) Degree; or

3 year Bachelors Degree in a related field such as accounting, business, commerce, economics, finance, human resource management, industrial relations, management, marketing or social science; or

3 year Bachelors Degree not in a related field + 1 year relevant organisational experience; or

At least 7 years relevant organisational experience, including 2 years in a management position.

The alternate pathway is through the Graduate Certificate (40 units) which will be available for applicants who have:

3 year Bachelors Degree not in a related field; or

3 year Diploma in a related field such as accounting, business, commerce, economics, finance, human resource management, industrial relations, management, marketing, or social science; or

3 year Diploma not in a related field + 1 year relevant organisational experience; or

2 year Diploma in a related field such as accounting, business, commerce, economics, finance, human resource management, industrial relations, management, marketing, or social science; + 2 years relevant organisational experience; or

2 year Diploma not in a related field + 3 years relevant organisational experience; or

At least 5 years relevant organisatonal experience.

Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

Transition Arrangements

This program replaces program 12386. Any students who wish to transfer to the new program should seek advice from the Progam Advisor at . Students wishing to complete the existing program (12386) will be able to complete the program as all of the courses will still be offered.

Requirements and Structure

The Master of Human Resource Management requires 120 units, gained through the completion of twelve courses worth 10 units each. Students are required to complete eight core courses (80 units) and four courses (40 units) from the Directed courses.

Grading of Degree

A Master degree shall be conferred as an Ordinary Degree, except that, in cases where a candidate has achieved a Grade Point Average of 6.0 or above, the degree will be conferred ‘With Distinction’.

Professional Accreditation

Credit Transfer

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University’s credit website and click on ‘How to Apply for Credit’.

International Students

All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.

Additional Support

AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the Faculty or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student’s responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online

Study a Language

All domestic students can now enrol in an undergraduate Diploma in Languages alongside their main degree program. This diploma will enhance proficiency in another language or languages, and will increase international career opportunities. Subject to course availability, this additional program will generally add an extra year to studies, and students will graduate with a Diploma in Languages as well as their other degree. Please note that all language courses are held on campus (face to face) at Callaghan.

International students cannot enrol concurrently in the Diploma in Languages unless they can complete both their principal program and the Diploma in Languages within the duration of their CoE. For more information please contact the Student Advice team.

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